Star Days

When: Thu., Jan. 30, 6-8 p.m. and Sat., Feb. 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 2014

Hustle the kids through their fish sticks and SpaghettiOs, buckle 'em into their seats, then launch the minivan toward the Space Foundation, where the very first Star Days Thursday kicks off at 6. Tyro explorers will encounter Cool Science demonstrations, make a telescope, learn about the water cycle, meet meteorologist Matt Meister and check out a new satellite model exhibit — all of which is better for their wee brains than whatever's on TV. It's at 4425 Arrowswest Drive, and admission is $3 for ages 4 to 17, $9 for adults, with savings for college students, military and seniors, and a dollar-off coupon online. Learn more at spacefoundation.org/museum. — Mary Jo Meade